Bud, Indiana facts for kids
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Bud, Indiana
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 Bud, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Bud, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Johnson |
| Township | Union |
| Elevation | 830 ft (250 m) |
| ZIP code |
46131
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| FIPS code | 18-08884 |
| GNIS feature ID | 431757 |
Bud is a small, quiet place in Johnson County, Indiana. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is not officially a city or town, but it is still a recognized place where people live. Bud is located within Union Township.
The Story of Bud
Bud got its name in a special way. In 1889, a post office opened in the community. This was a place where people could send and receive mail.
The community was named after a young boy. His name was Bud Vandivier. His father owned a store in the area. The post office stayed open for many years. It finally closed down in 1902.
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